About
Length0.9 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain150 ft up
Typical time45 min
TrailheadMcKittrick Canyon trailhead
SurfaceGravel loop with a short climb
Best seasonSpring and autumn. Late October and early November for McKittrick Canyon fall colour.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityTrail surfaces are loose rock or hardened rock surfaces. Hiking or trekking poles are highly recommended. Trail widths vary from two to six feet depending on the trail. Parking All trailhead areas have accessible parking available. Service animals Only service animals that have been individually trained to perform specific tasks for the benefit of persons with disabilities are allowed in the park and on trails.
What you'll see 🌼 Wildflowers🦌 Wildlife

Traveling clockwise, this fascinating, short trail passes an intermittent seep that lies hidden in junipers, then wanders up a southwest slope along an arroyo. Here, plants and animals tolerate true desert conditions. Trailside exhibits describe common plants, and reference wildland fire. At the top of the trail you can look down at the mouth of McKittrick Canyon and read about Permian Reef geology. As the trail continues down northeast slope you will probably recognize that less sun exposure makes this side a little more lush. Distance: 0.9 miles (1.4 km) round-trip, loop Time Estimate: 1 hour Difficulty: moderate

Tips
Ten minutes and it explains the whole ecology of the canyon you are about to walk into. Do it first.
Location

McKittrick Canyon trailhead

Other Hikers
No one has logged this trail yet.
Your Hikes

🔒 Login or create an account to record the trails you've done, rate them, and tie them to a trip.